out on a limb

PHRASE

in trouble

Synonyms

WEAK

chancy dangerous exposed liable on the spot open perilous precarious risky shaky up a tree

Example Sentences

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In any case, I’m going to go out on a limb and say it: Sir Ian has got talent.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

Coaches have had to put themselves out on a limb.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 25, 2025

“I’m not going out on a limb to say they had Black friends in their homes,” she says.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 12, 2024

Share your thoughts about the match or go out on a limb and give us a prediction.

From BBC • Feb. 23, 2024

Rowan knew he was out on a limb with Volta.

From "Scythe" by Neal Shusterman